Presidency Policy Officer (Temporary)

The Department of Foreign Affairs is seeking a number of Presidency Policy Officers (Administrative Officer level) for temporary positions in the lead up to, and during, the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Ireland will assume the rotating six-month Presidency on 1 July 2026.

Ensuring a successful EU Presidency in 2026 is essential for Ireland’s position, influence and reputation in the EU and for advancing the Union’s agenda against a complex geopolitical background.

Successful candidates will have an exciting opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the work of the Department, either directly related to the Presidency or in other priority areas where they will provide cover for staff who have been assigned to Presidency duties.

Successful candidates will take up duty on different dates between June 2025 and June 2026. It is envisaged that temporary Presidency Policy Officers will conclude their roles by the end of 2026. Contract duration will, therefore, vary between six months and eighteen months depending on start date. We expect the majority of roles to start in September 2025.

Closing Date: 12pm Friday 04 April 2025.

Please see the attached competition booklet for further information and details on how to apply.